Medical Assistant I: Surgery Center - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available

Akron Children's Hospital - Beachwood, OH

Part-time - Entry Level

Beachwood, OH

5,001-10,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Assistant I role at Akron Children's Hospital provides essential clinical and administrative support to patients in the Surgery Center. This position is designed to assist under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse, ensuring a high standard of care and efficient patient management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure.
• Collects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes.
• Accurate and timely documentation of care within EPIC system.
• Performs point-of-service activities such as appointment scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection and patient tracking as needed.
• Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures.
• Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed.
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members.
• Other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in phlebotomy is preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.
• Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
• Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Certification: Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: no experience required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign on bonus [taxable] available
• Health Insurance
• Vacation & Paid Time Off
• 401K Plan